Good Dinner Mrs. Mellen

Baked Artichoke Dip Don't you just love an easy, delicious, quick dip that you can made in short time yet has a rich creamy flavor that begs to dip a cracker into? I have the perfect recipe that is flavorful with just the right hint of spices. All the ingredients are perfect to keep on hand for an impromptu party!  Ingredients: 2 6 oz. jars marinaded artichoke hearts, drained and             chopped, reserve one tablespoon of marinade 1 cup mayonnaise  1 cup ricotta chesse 1 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese 1 clove garlic, chopped 1 tablespoon capers, chopped 2 teaspoon Italian seasonings, I use Tuscan Sunset by Penzey Preheat oven to 350F. Combine all the ingredients in a bowl mixing well. Place in baking dish and bake for 30 minutes or until dip is lightly golden and bubbling. Serve with crackers. Enjoy! www.gooddinnermrsmellen.com www.buzzchomp.com

If you follow my blog you know that I love farm fresh tomatoes especially tricolor cherry tomatoes. These little rainbow color flavorful jewels add visual vistas to any meal. Fresh scallops combined with farm fresh tomatoes roasted to they are just ready to pop is one of my favorite combinations. Add some olive oil, garlic, seasonings and lemon juice, a simple, elegant, delicious, quick meal. Farm Fresh Tomatoes with Scallops 1 lbs. Fresh Sea Scallops Juice of one lemon 2 tablespoon olive oil 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon Tuscan Sunset from Penzey Spices 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Pre-heat oven to 375F. Place Scallops in baking dish top with lemon juice. Combine in a small bowel oil, garlic, pepper, sea salt and Tuscan Sunset. Drizzle over scallops. Remove form over topping with cheese. Bake for 10 more minutes. Serves 4. I like to layer sliced fresh Italian on plates topping with the baked ...